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Live updates: Iran warns US to control 'Zionist regime'

Following US-Iran agreement, IRGC insists passage through Strait of Hormuz receive its approval, warns Israel must not fly over neighboring countries. Live Updates.

Live updates: Iran warns US to control 'Zionist regime'

Germany:

Trial opens for alleged Iranian agent plotting attacks on Jews

The trial of a Danish national accused of spying on prominent Jewish leaders on behalf of Iranian intelligence to plan attacks begins in Hamburg.

Trial opens for alleged Iranian agent plotting attacks on Jews

Vance warns Iran:

'Violence will be met with violence'

Vice President JD Vance warns Iran that "violence will be met with violence" following retaliatory US airstrikes triggered by an Iranian attack on a commercial ship.

'Violence will be met with violence'

Trump: Iran violated the ceasefire agreement

President Donald Trump said Iran fired at least four one-way attack drones at ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz

Trump: Iran violated the ceasefire agreement

Iran threatens:

We'll respond to Israeli flights over the region

Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya headquarters warns it is 'entitled to respond' if US cannot 'restrain and control' Israel.

We'll respond to Israeli flights over the region

Report: Iran fumes at Oman over Hormuz passage

Oman trapped between Iranian, US, demands over Strait of Hormuz, New York Times reports.

Report: Iran fumes at Oman over Hormuz passage

London police search homes over Iran-linked terror offenses

London counter-terrorism police search two homes in northwest London over suspected offenses linked to Iran.

London police search homes over Iran-linked terror offenses

Gulf ministers demand:

Curbs on Iran's drones, missiles, and proxies

Gulf foreign ministers, alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, say that regional peace requires neutralizing Iran's drones, missiles, and proxy forces.

Curbs on Iran's drones, missiles, and proxies

Quds Force chief warns Israel:

'Evacuate Lebanon or face humiliating defeat'

Iran's Quds Force leader Esmail Qaani threatens Israel with a humiliating defeat if it refuses to completely withdraw its military forces from Lebanon.

'Evacuate Lebanon or face humiliating defeat'

Strait of Hormuz:

IRGC attacks vessel, Iran tightens transit rules

Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacks a Singaporean vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. The UN announces a halt to its Persian Gulf ship evacuation program.

IRGC attacks vessel, Iran tightens transit rules

JD Vance reveals new US-Iran communication channel after talks

Vice President JD Vance said US-Iran talks produced a new communication channel, but warned Tehran’s actions will determine the next steps.

JD Vance reveals new US-Iran communication channel after talks

Kenneth Abramowitz

‘Mr. President, we voted for victory, not endless war’

SaveTheWest.com founder Kenneth Abramowitz tells Arutz Sheva that Jews and Christians should work together against common enemies instead of fighting each other.

‘Mr. President, we voted for victory, not endless war’

Col. Richard Kemp

'Israel not a US proxy, Netanyahu will defend its interests'

Former British commander Col. Richard Kemp tells Arutz Sheva that antisemitism has created a bad situation for Jews in the UK.

'Israel not a US proxy, Netanyahu will defend its interests'

Defense Minister: 'Every dollar given to Iran goes to terror'

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns against boosting Iran's economy, says economic battle one of the most important. 'Instead of investing in Iranian citizens, the Iranian regime chose to invest in terror.'

Defense Minister: 'Every dollar given to Iran goes to terror'

24 hours later:

Senate flips on Iran war powers measure

The Senate reverses its rebuke of President Trump’s war powers after key Republicans alter their votes.

Senate flips on Iran war powers measure

White House demands:

$87.6 billion for Iran war recovery and DC repairs

Trump administration formally requests $87.6 billion from Congress to cover Iran war costs, restore DC landmarks, and extend year-round E15 fuel sales.

$87.6 billion for Iran war recovery and DC repairs

Iran claims US trying to reinterpret war-ending MoU

Iran’s Foreign Ministry warns that conflicting US rhetoric over their newly signed post-war memorandum will only deepen Tehran's historical distrust.

Iran claims US trying to reinterpret war-ending MoU

Trump:

'I convinced Erdogan to stay out of the Iran conflict'

President Trump reveals he convinced Turkish President Erdogan to stay out of the war with Iran, hints that he may grant Turkey desired F-35 fighter jets.

'I convinced Erdogan to stay out of the Iran conflict'

Col. Richard Kemp

'Concessions to Iran not game-changing, but encourage jihadists'

Former British commander tells Arutz Sheva that 'absent regime change, we are likely to see the threat from Iran regenerating' in wake of MOU.

'Concessions to Iran not game-changing, but encourage jihadists'

Rubio warns Iran:

US wants a 'Real Deal' or Trump has options

Marco Rubio addressed Iran talks, Lebanon security, and Israel’s position, saying Washington seeks agreements that protect allies and ensure compliance.

US wants a 'Real Deal' or Trump has options

Netanyahu

There are times you must tell even the US Pres. what we stand for

PM Netanyahu defends decisions to enter Rafah, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran, says he did not seek permission from either President Trump or President Biden.

There are times you must tell even the US Pres. what we stand for

Trump

'Iran assured us there will be no Hormuz tolls'

US President says Iran has agreed not to impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz and to allow American nuclear inspectors.

'Iran assured us there will be no Hormuz tolls'

Bypassing Sanctions:

The secret route between Doha and Tehran

An intelligence report by a foreign intelligence organization has revealed extensive details on the assistance Qatar gives the Iranian regime in order to overcome international restrictions.

The secret route between Doha and Tehran

Oman unveils temporary Hormuz Strait shipping lane

Oman pairs with the International Maritime Organization to deploy a temporary, fee-free shipping corridor through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Oman unveils temporary Hormuz Strait shipping lane

Iran's President clarifies:

'Ballistic missiles are entirely non-negotiable'

President Masoud Pezeshkian says that Iran's non-negotiable missile program saved the country from being devastated "just like Gaza" by the US and Israel.

'Ballistic missiles are entirely non-negotiable'

Former IDF commander:

'We are in the worst security situation'

In an interview with Arutz Sheva at the Heart for Science, Technology and Security Conference, Maj. Gen. (res.) Itzhak Brik presents a bleak analysis of the current situation on the various fronts.

'We are in the worst security situation'

Trump administration eases travel rules for Iran's World Cup team

The Trump administration relaxes travel restrictions on Iran's national soccer team, allowing the squad to arrive in Seattle two days before its World Cup match against Egypt, while maintaining strict security measures and same-day departure requirements.

Trump administration eases travel rules for Iran's World Cup team

Former NSC head:

'Constraints in Lebanon; worthy price to stop nuclear program'

Former National Security Advisor Maj. Gen. (res.) Yaakov Amidror says Israel must maintain its freedom of operation in Lebanon while seeking a better US-Iran deal.

'Constraints in Lebanon; worthy price to stop nuclear program'

Ambassador Leiter warns

'The train toward peace with Lebanon is in danger of derailing'

At the opening of the 5th round of Israel-Lebanon talks, Ambassador Yechiel Leiter warns that the original goal of removing Iran's influence and dismantling Hezbollah must not be abandoned.

'The train toward peace with Lebanon is in danger of derailing'

'Jellyfish' that stunned intelligence:

Downed American pilot describes unusual sight in Iran's skies

Downed US pilot reports seeing a jellyfish-like formation of drones over Iran. CNN says intelligence officials are investigating whether it reflects a previously unknown capability or a misinterpretation.

Downed American pilot describes unusual sight in Iran's skies

Iran and Oman reaffirm sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz

Iran and Oman announced plans to discuss the future administration of the Strait of Hormuz while reaffirming their sovereignty over the key waterway.

Iran and Oman reaffirm sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz

Iran Researcher:

'Trump is simply insane'

Binyamin Sabti, a researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies, criticized the U.S. administration and Donald Trump, warning against the strengthening of the Iranian regime and oil revenues.

'Trump is simply insane'

'Break free from dependency'

Netanyahu: Israel must achieve armaments independence

Netanyahu told reserve officers Israel is confronting Iran and its proxies while stressing the need for independent munitions production and strength.

Netanyahu: Israel must achieve armaments independence

Mark Levin slams Hezbollah talks as ‘an abomination’

The conservative commentator denounced reported Hezbollah negotiations, warning they undermine Israel’s security and strengthen Iran’s influence.

Mark Levin slams Hezbollah talks as ‘an abomination’

Minister Eliyahu slams Trump: 'A diplomatic disgrace'

“The US is racing toward a terrible mistake. Making peace with an absolutely evil regime is a diplomatic disgrace," Minister Eliyahu claimed.

Minister Eliyahu slams Trump: 'A diplomatic disgrace'

Trump:

Iran will agree to have major weapons inspections

President Trump said Iran has agreed to resume nuclear inspections, though Tehran insisted no new commitments on its nuclear program have yet been made.

Iran will agree to have major weapons inspections

Herzog:

No peace possible while Iran arms Hezbollah 'to its neck'

President Isaac Herzog warns that Iran-backed Hezbollah is hijacking Lebanon and ruining peace prospects as US and Iranian officials meet in Switzerland.

No peace possible while Iran arms Hezbollah 'to its neck'

Data shows:

Maritime traffic plunge after IRGC re-imposes Hormuz blockade

Maritime traffic plummets through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran re-imposed a strict blockade.

Maritime traffic plunge after IRGC re-imposes Hormuz blockade

Melanie Phillips: Trump let Tehran dictate the deal

Speaking at the JNS summit, Melanie Phillips criticized President Trump's Iran ceasefire, arguing it handed Tehran the advantage and weakened the West.

Melanie Phillips: Trump let Tehran dictate the deal

Netanyahu responds to Trump

'What would the US do?'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells JNS International Policy Summit that Israel shattered Iran’s terror axis, changed its security doctrine, and will continue fighting antisemitism worldwide.

'What would the US do?'

Mark Levin:

'At some point, Trump is going to tell Iran 'alright, enough''

American commentator Mark Levin warned Iran cannot be contained, praised Trump and Netanyahu, and called for the regime's destruction.

'At some point, Trump is going to tell Iran 'alright, enough''

Netanyahu

'We'll remain in Lebanon, I won't let Iran get nuclear weapons'

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke at the memorial marking 50 years since the fall of his brother Yoni. “We have achieved tremendous accomplishments, and we will not give them up."

'We'll remain in Lebanon, I won't let Iran get nuclear weapons'

Trump threatens Iran:

"I’ll blow them to pieces"

US President Donald Trump told Fox News that Washington could become the “guardian angel" of the Strait of Hormuz and take 20% of the oil.

"I’ll blow them to pieces"

Vance at negotiations:

We can turn over a new leaf with Iran or go back to old ways

At talks in Switzerland, JD Vance says Trump seeks lasting peace with Iran while stressing regional stability and progress in Lebanon.

We can turn over a new leaf with Iran or go back to old ways

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef:

Trump spurned us due to arrest of yeshiva students

Former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef blames US-Iran memorandum of understanding on arrests of haredi yeshiva students.

Trump spurned us due to arrest of yeshiva students

Trump insists: Strait of Hormuz will be toll-free

US President Donald Trump reiterates promise that Strait of Hormuz will remain toll-free zone - unless the US decides to impose 'Guardian Angel' tax.

Trump insists: Strait of Hormuz will be toll-free

Obama:

USA is in a worse position vs. Iran than before the war

Barack Obama said that despite the ceasefire and the agreement with Iran, the United States is now in a worse situation.

USA is in a worse position vs. Iran than before the war

Jewish hero 'marked' by Iranian regime

Pro-Iran narratives target Azerbaijan’s Jewish war hero amid Israel-Baku disinformation row,

Jewish hero 'marked' by Iranian regime

Third suspect jailed over 2024 arson at Melbourne synagogue

Australian counter-terrorism units charge a third suspect over an Iranian-directed 2024 arson attack that gutted a prominent Melbourne synagogue.

Third suspect jailed over 2024 arson at Melbourne synagogue

Trump confirms he asked Israel to agree to Lebanon ceasefire

President Trump reveals he urged Israel to agree to a Lebanon ceasefire, while noting he expects Vice President JD Vance to head to Swiss peace talks with Iran.

Trump confirms he asked Israel to agree to Lebanon ceasefire

Mort Klein on Newsmax:

Trump is saving the Islamic Nazi regime

ZOA President Mort Klein expresses his criticism of the Iran Memorandum of Understanding on Newsmax and says: "Iran was on the verge of collapse"

Trump is saving the Islamic Nazi regime

Senior US official:

Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting at 4:00 p.m.

Despite Netanyahu's forceful statement following the deadly incident, CNN reported, citing a source familiar with the matter, that Israel has no intention of escalating its response.

Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting at 4:00 p.m.

Dov Hikind attacks Trump:

'I am highly frustrated and disappointed'

Americans Against Antisemitism founder Dov Hikind criticizes Iran agreement and Vice President JD Vance, while urging supporters of Israel to remain measured in their response to Trump.

'I am highly frustrated and disappointed'

Mojtaba Khamenei says he approved deal despite disagreements

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says he agreed to deal with US after being promised 'resistance front' would be preserved.

Mojtaba Khamenei says he approved deal despite disagreements

US announces: Naval blockade on Iran has been lifted

In an official statement, the U.S. military said that, in accordance with President Trump’s directive, enforcement operations of the naval blockade around Iranian ports have been halted.

US announces: Naval blockade on Iran has been lifted

Vance's message to critics in Israel

US Vice President advises Israeli critics on how he thinks they should treat President Trump in the wake of the Iran deal.

Vance's message to critics in Israel

JD Vance attacks, Ben Gvir fires back

US Vice President defends MOU with Iran, criticizes opponents of the agreement in Israel, and calls on Israel “not to go wild" in southern Lebanon.

JD Vance attacks, Ben Gvir fires back

Amb. Leiter

'If Iran has ballstic missiles they'll attack their neighbors'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter comments on the MOU between the US and Iran, says Israel has faith in President Trump's vision for the Middile East.

'If Iran has ballstic missiles they'll attack their neighbors'

Iranian online accounts exposed for impersonating Israelis

A special report by the Diaspora Ministry found that dozens of fake Iranian accounts operated to spread disinformation, exaggerate war damage and undermine public resilience in Israel and worldwide.

Iranian online accounts exposed for impersonating Israelis

'Jews lose'

Antisemites, Iran shills, and isolationists celebrate Iran deal

Nick Fuentes, Tucker Carlson, Trita Parsi, and Hasan Piker among those to praise the Trump-Iran memorandum, portraying it as a victory for Iran and a setback for Israel.

Antisemites, Iran shills, and isolationists celebrate Iran deal